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How long does Pio to OCI take?
3-4 months
All Indian-origin foreign citizens holding PIO cards, machine readable and handwritten, make sure to convert their PIO card to an OCI card in the meantime. Since the process takes 3-4 months, the sooner the better.
Can NRI apply for OCI card?
A: Yes, the spouse of foreign origin of a citizen of India or spouse of foreign origin of an Overseas Citizen of India cardholder registered under section 7A and whose marriage has been registered and subsisted for a continuous period of not less than two years immediately preceding the presentation of the application.
How many days does it take to get OCI card?
8-10 weeks
OCI application normally takes 8-10 weeks for processing. The complete processing of OCI card involves a number of steps. The processing can be further delayed because of incomplete applications.
Can OCI have Indian bank account?
Since OCI cardholders are working and receiving their income within the territory of India, these individuals are allowed to open special bank accounts in Indian Bank branches.
Can I travel while my OCI is in process?
Yes. If you have any emergency travel plan, you can travel with your current OCI card, current passport and old passport associated with OCI.
Can Pio get Aadhaar?
YES. An NRI (whether minor or adult) with a valid Indian Passport can apply for Aadhaar from any Aadhaar Kendra. If your passport has the name of your spouse, then it can be used as Proof of Address for them. If spouse is NRI – valid Indian passport of the applicant is mandatory as Proof of Identity (PoI).
Can OCI buy property in India?
A: OCI card holders can purchase residential and commercial properties in India. But they are not permitted to purchase agricultural land, including farmland or any kind of plantation property.
How much money can OCI take out in India?
NRI/OCI may take in or take outside India Indian currency notes upto Rs. 25000 per person.
What is proof of Indian origin?
Your birth certificate mentioned your parents’ name. If you are applying on the basis of your grandparents being Indian citizens, your birth certificate as well as your parent’s birth certificate.
Who cannot apply for OCI card?
The following OCI card eligibility exceptions describe persons who are NOT eligible for OCI card. Foreign born children whose one or both parents are Indian nationals or former Indian nationals, including: Step children and adopted children. Child of single parent whose other parent’s nationality is not available.
Who can apply for a PIO card?
PIOs are the foreigners whose one or both parent took birth in India or were the citizen of India or the spouse of an Indian native/ PIO. The citizens of Pakistan, Bangladesh or any other country specified by the government can never obtain this card. The applications before 9.01.2015 were processed for issuing this card.
Are PIO card holders OCI Card holders?
According to the Citizenship Amendment bill, 2015, all PIO card holders are ‘deemed to be’ to be OCI card holders with effect from January 9, 2016. However, the act did not specify that the cards will need to be changed.
What can you do with an OCI card in India?
Your can use your OCI card to apply for a driver’s license, open a bank account, or get a PAN card You pay the Indian resident fee when visiting a national parks, monuments, museums or wildlife sanctuary (of course it is ultimately up to the discretion of the man issuing tickets)
When do OCI cards cease to be accepted?
All existing PIO cardholders must also switch to an OCI card by 31st December 2021, after which these cards will cease to be accepted. With DBS Treasures, you can open an NRI account remotely from the comfort of your home. Apply Now! Thank you.